MARCH 1

The nation of Israel was at the greatest point of their spiritual destiny. The decision they would make that day would determine their future and the fate of the entire nation.

God had brought Israel to the border of the land. He had promised as an inheritance and commanded them to take possession of it. He had delivered them out of Egyptian bondage through great miracles, signs, and wonders. He opened up the Red Sea and they marched across on dry land (Exodus 14:21-22). He miraculously led them with a cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night (Exodus 13:21-22). He fed them manna from heaven (Exodus 16:4,15). He caused water to gush forth from a rock (Exodus 17:5-6). He gave them a great victory over the Amalekites (Exodus 17:9-13).

The Great I Am–God Almighty–had manifested Himself on Mount Sinai in flaming fire and billowing smoke. They heard the trumpet of God blasting across the plains, summoning them to meet with Him. They saw His glory. They heard Him speak in an audible voice. There on Mount Sinai, God joined Himself together with them in a blood-covenant relationship.

God pledged Himself to be their God, to protect them, to prosper them, and to set them apart from the nations of the earth. Their enemies were His enemies, and all that He had belonged to them.

God promised to bring them “…to a land good and large, a land flowing with milk and honey – a land of plenty…” (Exodus 3:8, AMP). He sent the Angel of the Covenant–the preincarnate Son of God– before them to lead, instruct, protect, and guide them and to drive out their enemies (Exodus 23:20-23). Now they had arrived at the border of their promised land and were positioned for victory.

Pause today and think of all the things God has done for you in the past. Reflect on the victories you have won and your prayers that have been answered. Take a look back at all God has done for you to bring you this point. Today, you are at the border of your destiny–a new vision, a new ministry, a new step of faith.

Like Israel–God has positioned you for victory! Your destiny lies just ahead. The question is: What happens next?